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Green light for cold ironing in Bari and Brindisi ports
11 Luglio 2024 - The Port System Authority of the Southern Adriatic Sea has launched the tender procedure to implement shore power supply for ships docking in the ports of Bari and Brindisi. An investment exceeding 28 million euros.
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In May 2024 record of container shipping demand
10 Luglio 2024 - According to Xeneta, global container shipping reached a new record demand in May 2024, with unprecedented transport volumes. The situation is exacerbated by rising spot rates and significant port congestion, creating a "perfect storm" in ocean supply chains.
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Fedespedi publishes 2023 maritime companies analysis
9 Luglio 2024 - The Fedespedi Study Center has published its annual economic and financial analysis of shipping companies on its website, based on 2023 financial statements. The report notes a revenue decline in the container sector, with some recovery observed in the first quarter of 2024.
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Shell halts work on bio-refinery in Rotterdam
8 Luglio 2024 - Shell has announced the suspension of its major bio-refinery project at the Port of Rotterdam, underscoring the crisis in European biofuel production. This sector has been hit by rising raw material and energy costs, as well as competition from non-European markets.
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Fire on GNV Tenacia ferry in Spain
8 Luglio 2024 - At 2:30 AM on July 8, 2024, a fire broke out on the GNV Tenacia ferry while it was sailing between Valencia and Palma de Mallorca. No injuries were reported on board.
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Container freight rates between China and Europe near $8,000
4 Luglio 2024 - In the week between June and July 2024, spot container shipping rates continued to rise, with the Shanghai-Rotterdam route surpassing $8,000 per FEU and the Shanghai-Genoa route reaching $7,500. Rates between Shanghai and New York are approaching $10,000.
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Unions confirm port strike on July 4 and 5 in Italy
3 Luglio 2024 - The unions are maintaining the italian 48-hour strike of port workers, scheduled for July 4 and 5, 2024, to support the dispute over the renewal of the national contract. Protests will take place at the gates of Genoa.
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Military drones discovered at Gioia Tauro Port
3 Luglio 2024 - Italian authorities have uncovered two military drones hidden in a container bound for Libya at the Gioia Tauro port.
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First hydrogen station at the port of Hamburg
3 Luglio 2024 - On July 2, 2024, Hamburger Hafen und Logistik inaugurated the first hydrogen refueling station at the Port of Hamburg, capable of serving various types of port and industrial vehicles.
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Container freight rates slow down in the second half of june 2024
27 Giugno 2024 - In the third week of June 2024, spot rates for container shipping continued to rise, but at a slower pace than in the previous period. Rates increased by one percent between Shanghai and Genoa.
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Denmark blocks Russian ghost fleet
27 Giugno 2024 - The Danish government has decided to impede the navigation of the so-called "Russian ghost fleet," which consists of ships transporting embargoed goods against Russia, primarily oil. These ships will not be allowed to transit through Danish territorial waters.
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Illegal weapons on a container ship in Gioia Tauro
24 Giugno 2024 - Law enforcement authorities have seized a large clandestine shipment of weapons at the port of Gioia Tauro, worth millions of dollars, hidden in containers unloaded from the Msc Arina, which arrived from Asia.
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11% surge in container freight rates from Shanghai to Rotterdam
20 Giugno 2024 - The weekly World Container Index, released by Drewry on June 20, 2024, shows a steady increase in spot freight rates for container shipping, with the exception of transatlantic routes. The rate from Shanghai to Rotterdam has risen by 11%, and the rate to Genoa exceeds $7,000 per FEU.
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Second cargo hit by Houthis abandoned
18 Giugno 2024 - Following the abandonment of the bulk carrier Tutor, the crew of the cargo ship Verbena has also left their vessel due to damage from three Houthi-launched missiles. The ship was carrying goods from Malaysia to Italy. Two more ships have been attacked.
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Brussels approves €570 million for Italian ports
18 Giugno 2024 - In June 2024, the European Commission approved a state contribution of €570 million to reduce pollutant emissions in ports by encouraging the use of shore power for docked ships.
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Container freight rates between Asia and the Mediterranean exceed $7,000
17 Giugno 2024 - According to Xeneta's forecasts, spot rates for container shipping are expected to rise further in June, though the rate of increase might slow down. Rates between Asia and the Mediterranean have surpassed $7,000 per FEU.
Brevi dal mondo
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Cronaca
17 camionisti arrestati a Savona per furto di gasolio
Un’indagine della Guardia di Finanza nel deposito fiscale carburanti di Vado Ligure ha coinvolto diciassette autotrasportatori, col sequestro di oltre 3.700 litri di gasolio. Il prodotto veniva sottratto durante il carico e rivenduto fuori circuito a prezzi inferiori.
Normativa
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Aereo
Il cargo aereo scommette sulla tregua del Golfo
La tregua tra Stati Uniti e Iran può ridurre la pressione sui noli del trasporto aereo delle merci, ma il ritorno alla normalità richiederà fino a due mesi. Intanto le rilevazioni di Xeneta mostrano aumenti fino al 105% sulle principali rotte tra Asia, Medio Oriente ed Europa.
Ferrovia
La Baviera frena ancora la ferrovia del Brennero
Dalla Baviera giunge un altro rinvio per la tratta di accesso al tunnel di base del Brennero. Respinto il progetto di DB con la richiesta di più tratte in galleria e il sotto-attraversamento dell'Inn. Ormai si parla del 2050, con il rischio di creare un collo di bottiglia a nord.
Persone
La proprietà di Msc passa da Gianluigi Aponte ai figli Alexa e Diego
Il 13 aprile 2026 Mediterranean Shipping Company ha annunciato uno storico passaggio di generazione: la proprietà passa dal fondatore Gainluigi Aponte, che resta presidente esecutivo ai figli Alexa e Diego, che sono rispettivamente presidente e Cfo del Gruppo.
